The Queen's Monastery (1998)

The Queen's Monastery (1998) poster

Inspired by Leos Janacek's Sinfonietta, The Queen's Monastery is about a woman whose lover, a former acrobat, has returned to her from war a changed man. Using a highly individual watercolour technique the narrative explores themes of love, escapist fantasy, obsession and guilt.

Director: Emma Calder
Genre: Animation
Runtime: 7 min
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Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Queen's Monastery about?
Inspired by Leos Janacek's Sinfonietta, The Queen's Monastery is about a woman whose lover, a former acrobat, has returned to her from war a changed man. Using a highly individual watercolour technique the narrative explores themes of love, escapist fantasy, obsession and guilt.
Who directed The Queen's Monastery?
The Queen's Monastery was directed by Emma Calder.
How long is The Queen's Monastery?
The Queen's Monastery has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is The Queen's Monastery?
The Queen's Monastery is a Animation film.